2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1984 Lancia Prisma.
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, 1984 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1984 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | C5 | Prisma |
Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |