1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2012 Cadillac SRX is newer by 28 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac SRX (308 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1075 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, 2012 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac SRX 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 | 2012 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | C 15 | SRX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 79 L |
