1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 21 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1510 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 2007 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C 15 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 135 L |