2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | CX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
