1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1450 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 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3001 mm |
