2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1544 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
