2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Renault 5
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 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 671 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 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 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
