2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1985 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1985 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 1985 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Silvia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |