2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
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, 2000 Citroen C5 (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe. 1979 Subaru Coupe has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C5 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
