1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Oldsmobile O4
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 is newer by 17 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), 2001 Oldsmobile O4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile O4 weights approximately 654 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, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile O4 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 | 2001 Oldsmobile O4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C 15 | O4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
