2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 661 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5. 2004 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
