1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 1987 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1991 Citroen C 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C 15. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Supra weights approximately 682 kg more than 1991 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C 15. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen C 15 | 1987 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C 15 | Supra |
Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |