2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1980 Skoda L
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Skoda L 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Skoda L.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Citroen C5 (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1980 Skoda L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | C5 | L |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
