1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 954 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 2012 Jaguar XK 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 2012 Jaguar XK. 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | C 15 | XK |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
