1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 721 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
