1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 1988 Citroen C 15 and 1988 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 585 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 1988 Ford Falcon 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 1988 Ford Falcon. 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon 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 | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |