2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 532 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
