1989 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Escort | C5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 71 L |