1989 Citroen C 15 vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1995 Toyota Carina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Carina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Carina weights approximately 290 kg more than 1989 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, 1995 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen C 15 | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C 15 | Carina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |