2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1989 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1989 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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1989 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
