1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 1991 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1992 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Polo. (43 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 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 Volkswagen Polo (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C 15 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 850 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
