2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Citroen C3 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
