1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1981 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 685 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.
Because 1981 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Crown Victoria 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 | 1981 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C 15 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |