1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 788 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 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C 15 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |