1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1969 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 495 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.
Because 1969 Dodge Coronet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Dodge Coronet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Dodge Coronet (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 1969 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C 15 | Coronet |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
