2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1980 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1980 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Ballade.
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, 2004 Citroen C5 (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1980 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
