1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa 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 | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C 15 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
