2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |
