1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 2,362 cc, 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 75 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 Toyota Camry (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2362 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
