2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C 15 | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C 15 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
