2009 Acura RL vs. 1992 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1992 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL 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, 2009 Acura RL (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RL | 1992 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RL | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 66 L |
