2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla 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 20 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Citroen C 15 (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
