1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 344 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Skylark | C 15 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |