2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205.
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 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C5 | 205 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
