2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 565 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.
Because 1979 Ford LTD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD 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 | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C 15 | LTD |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
