1977 Audi 100 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1977 Audi 100. 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
