1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 405 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 405 (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 227 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Peugeot 405 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 405 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 | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | C 15 | 405 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |