1985 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
