1984 Audi 200 vs. 2009 Citroen C6
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1984 Audi 200.
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 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 2009 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | C6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
