2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 1979 Porsche 930 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 1979 Porsche 930. 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C5 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
