1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, both 1986 Citroen C 15 and 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 821 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 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | C 15 | 500 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |