1986 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Citroen C4
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 168 kg more than 1986 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2007 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 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 | 1170 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
