2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 59 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
