2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 11 (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 663 kg more than 1983 Renault 11.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | 11 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
