2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Ford Telstar
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 Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1988 Ford Telstar.
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, 1988 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1988 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Telstar |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |