2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Citroen C5 (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
