1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1993 Citroen C 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Laurel (202 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 534 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.
Because 1989 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Nissan Laurel (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Laurel 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 | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C 15 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1996 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 | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |