1993 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1988 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 570 kg more than 1988 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, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Lumina | 1988 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Lumina | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
