2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 652 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Stanza |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |