2002 Citroen C5 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2002 Citroen C5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C5 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. 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 C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C5 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
