1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 23 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 597 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 2009 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 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 | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
