1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1993 Citroen C 15 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen C 15 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C 15 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
