2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair.
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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
