1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 10 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 465 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, 2000 Nissan Primera (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera 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 | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
