1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
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 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 30 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
