1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 485 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 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
