1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 621 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 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang 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 | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
