1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 710 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 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
