1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1998 Honda Legend

To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 8 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 880 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend 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 1998 Honda Legend
Make Citroen Honda
Model C 15 Legend
Year Released 1990 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 845 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 68 L


 

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