1982 Audi 80 vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1982 Audi 80.
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, 1982 Audi 80 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
