2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 773 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C5 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
