1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Citroen C 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 25 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.
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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 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 | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C 15 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
