2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Because 1980 Holden Kingswood 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 1980 Holden Kingswood. 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, 1980 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | C5 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |