1986 Buick Estate vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1986 Buick Estate is newer by 2 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Estate (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 1020 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 1986 Buick Estate 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 1986 Buick Estate. 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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Estate | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Estate | C 15 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |