2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
