1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 14 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 985 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 2000 SsangYong Musso 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso 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 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C 15 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |
