2001 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2001 Buick Regal is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Regal weights approximately 715 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Regal | 1990 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Regal | C 15 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |