1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1998 Mazda Levante 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 415 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 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante 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 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C 15 | Levante |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |