1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 20 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 895 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, 2004 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan 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 | 2004 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | C 15 | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
