1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 1985 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1985 Toyota Corolla (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C 15 | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
