2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 697 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. 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 Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
