2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 5 (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 140 kg more than 1979 Renault 5.
Because 1979 Renault 5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1979 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | 5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
