1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang 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 1994 Ford Mustang 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 1994 Ford Mustang. 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang 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 | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |