1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 715 kg more than 1992 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante 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 | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | C 15 | Diamante |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |