1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Quattro | C5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
