1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 775 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, 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1640 kg |
