2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Stanza |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |