1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1994 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1994 Citroen C 15 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1994 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 345 kg more than 1994 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, 1988 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1994 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Skylark | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
