1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1990 Citroen C 15 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 75 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, 1987 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Samara 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 | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | C 15 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1288 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 | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
