2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 642 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza. 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 C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C5 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
