2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (116 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. 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 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
