1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 18 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 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 761 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 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Honda Avancier (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier 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 | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
