1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 24 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), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1113 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 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass 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 | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C 15 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| 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 | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
