2008 Cadillac XLR vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2008 Cadillac XLR is newer by 24 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 4,371 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac XLR (444 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 695 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.
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, 2008 Cadillac XLR (561 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac XLR | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | XLR | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4371 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
