2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C5 | Serie II |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2284 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 315 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |