1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1979 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Mustang weights approximately 323 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 1979 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 1979 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, 1979 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |