1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1998 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 14 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 194 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MX-3 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 | 1998 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
