1985 Audi 90 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
