1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1353 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 140 L |
