2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 809 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2300 mm |
