2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1987 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 591 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 1987 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |