1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 21 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 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 653 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera 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 | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2182 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
