2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1984 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
