2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Because 1970 Ford Maverick is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Maverick |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |