1985 Audi 200 vs. 1998 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15. 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, 1985 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1998 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
