2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
