2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Minica 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 108 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1987 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C5 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
