1995 Citroen C vs. 2012 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Stavic 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 2012 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen C, 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, 2012 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 2012 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
