1998 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1990 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 245 kg more than 1990 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, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Prizm | 1990 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Prizm | C 15 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 1090 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |