1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1241 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 Hyundai Equus 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 2013 Hyundai Equus. 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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus 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 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C 15 | Equus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 77 L |
