1949 Citroen 15 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1998 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 15 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | 15 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |