1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1981 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1990 Citroen C 15 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1990 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen C 15 | 1981 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | C 15 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |