1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 327 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault Super 5 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Renault | Citroen |
Model | Super 5 | C3 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |