2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 507 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
