1988 Renault 21 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 881 kg more than 1988 Renault 21. 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21. 2012 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 21 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 21 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 21 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |
