2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C5 | Dart |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
