1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 1986 GMC Suburban
To start off, both 1986 Citroen C 15 and 1986 GMC Suburban were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Suburban (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1395 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 1986 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Suburban 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 | 1986 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | C 15 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3300 mm |