1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1990 Citroen C 15 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen C 15 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C 15 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
