1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 819 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 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | C 15 | Orlando |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |