2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 368 kg more than 1968 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
