2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 885 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Silverado | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 54 L |
