1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 23 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 827 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 84 L |
