1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 13 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 605 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 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
