1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 995 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 Renault Grand Espace (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace 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 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C 15 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
