1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 440 weights approximately 184 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 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 440 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 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C 15 | 440 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |