1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 33 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Celebrity | C5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
