1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 11 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 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 435 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 1995 Porsche 968 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 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 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 | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C 15 | 968 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 92 L |