1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1979 Renault 18
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 18 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1998 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 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 1979 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C 15 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
