1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 840 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 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 2010 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Visa | A4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
