1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1994 Toyota MR2 is newer by 10 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), 1994 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 370 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 1994 Toyota MR2 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 1994 Toyota MR2. 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, 1994 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota MR2 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 | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C 15 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
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 | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |