2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 512 kg more than 1986 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 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
