2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 12 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 1979 Ford LTD 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 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, 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 Ford LTD (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
