2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 Dodge Charger. 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 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1984 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C5 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
