1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 26 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1235 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 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 | 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | C 15 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2781 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
