1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,031 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 940 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 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C 15 | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
