2005 Citroen C4 vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort.
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, 2005 Citroen C4 (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C4 | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C4 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
