1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1993 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 9 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 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 415 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 1993 Plymouth Prowler 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 1993 Plymouth Prowler. 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, 1993 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Prowler 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 | 1993 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C 15 | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3516 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 46 L |
