2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 532 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C5 | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |