1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 1061 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 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus 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 | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Taurus |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1907 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |