1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
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 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 389 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 Opel Rekord 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 Opel Rekord. 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 Opel Rekord (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord 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 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | C 15 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |