1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 25 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Flex weights approximately 101 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex 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 | 2009 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
