2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny 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 133 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 733 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
