1989 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 16 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Z weights approximately 115 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 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z 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, 1989 Citroen C 15 (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen C 15 | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C 15 | Z |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
