2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude.
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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
