1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1994 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Colt 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Colt (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 380 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, 1994 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Colt 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 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | C 15 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1834 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 | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
