1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 962 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 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | C 15 | M |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
