1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 975 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C 15 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
