2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1970 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 868 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1970 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
