1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 1991 Citroen C 15 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen C 15 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (54 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Orion weights approximately 75 kg more than 1991 Citroen C 15.
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, 1991 Citroen C 15 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen C 15 | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | Orion |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
