1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 1994 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1994 Ford Tracer is newer by 8 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tracer (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tracer weights approximately 165 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.
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, 1994 Ford Tracer (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tracer 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 | 1994 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
