1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1994 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sentra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sentra (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 166 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.
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, 1994 Nissan Sentra (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sentra 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 | 1994 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C 15 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |