2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 739 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza. 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 C5 (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
