2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Vauxhall Nova 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 78 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (92 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C5 | Nova |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
