1986 Audi 200 vs. 2002 Citroen C8
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1986 Audi 200.
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, 2002 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 200 | 2002 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 200 | C8 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |