2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 163 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C5 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
