1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1998 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 10 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 325 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, 1998 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Escort 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 | 1998 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
