2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
