1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 310 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 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 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C 15 | 323 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |