1987 Austin Montego vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1987 Austin Montego.
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, 1987 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Montego | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Montego | C5 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |