1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1988 Citroen C 15 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Kingswood (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 525 kg more than 1988 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Holden Kingswood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Holden Kingswood (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen C 15 | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | C 15 | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |