1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1992 Citroen C 15 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Polo (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1982 Volkswagen Polo (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen C 15 | 1982 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 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 | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
