1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 565 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 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century 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 | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Citroen | Buick |
Model | C 15 | Century |
Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |