2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 236 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5.
Because 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | C5 | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |