1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Calibra weights approximately 325 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra 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 | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C 15 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
