1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (174 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 235 kg more than 1945 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15. 1995 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1945 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1945 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | 15 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2850 mm |
