2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Because 1975 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (112 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | C5 | Volare |
Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |