1989 Citroen C 15 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 8 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda NSX weights approximately 653 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.
Because 1997 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX 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 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
