2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 372 kg more than 1984 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford Granada 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 1984 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1984 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
