1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 1989 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1991 Citroen C 15 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C 15. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 307 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 1989 Ford RS 200 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 1989 Ford RS 200. 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, 1989 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C 15. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 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 | 1989 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
