1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 880 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 73 L |
