2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 667 kg more than 1984 Honda Quintet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 1984 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Quintet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |