2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 484 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
