2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2300 mm |
