1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (222 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Visa | A6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
