2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 749 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
