2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 836 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C5 | Sunny |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |