1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra. 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 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
