2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
