2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1008 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | Town & Country | C 15 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |