1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2003 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2003 Toyota Mark II is newer by 17 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 725 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 2003 Toyota Mark II 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, 2003 Toyota Mark II 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, 2003 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Mark II 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 | 2003 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
