1989 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 485 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |
