2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1982 Ford Orion
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Ford Orion. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 622 kg more than 1982 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1982 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Orion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
