2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 396 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 2009 Chevrolet Express 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 54 L |
