1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1984 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 560 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 1984 Ferrari Mondial 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 1984 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial 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 | 1984 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C 15 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 74 L |
