2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (204 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 439 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Toyota Crown (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
