2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 647 kg more than 1984 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1984 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
