1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1997 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1997 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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 2,163 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Camry (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Camry weights approximately 570 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, 1997 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Camry 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 | 1997 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 196 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
