1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 623 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C 15 | 6 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |