1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 637 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Escort | C5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 66 L |
