1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1125 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.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord 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 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C 15 | Accord |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |