1987 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1987 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V50 weights approximately 639 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 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 | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C 15 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
