2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C 15 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
