1987 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 24 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1987 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 839 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.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C 15 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 361 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |