1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Camaro | C5 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2820 mm |