1984 Audi 90 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
