1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (179 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 870 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 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis 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 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C 15 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
