1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1983 Ford Mustang
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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 339 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 1983 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 1983 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 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 | 1983 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |