1987 Citroen C 15 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1987 Citroen C 15 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen C 15 | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
