1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 5 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 605 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 1989 Ferrari Mondial 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 1989 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial 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 | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | C 15 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 73.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 86 L |