2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1989 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 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 364 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1394 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 |
