1983 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 445 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. 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, 1983 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
