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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 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 924 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 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 | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
