1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 8 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 605 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid 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 | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C 15 | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |