1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 547 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 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C 15 | Accord |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |