1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 370 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C 15 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2914 mm |
