1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 25 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 691 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V 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 | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
