1984 Audi 90 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 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 814 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2009 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | C6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
