2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1988 Honda NSX.
Because 1988 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1988 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
