1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 898 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 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 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Renault | Citroen |
Model | Super 5 | C5 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |