1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1735 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C 15 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |