1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 749 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C 15 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |