1986 Audi 80 vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 551 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (160 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1046 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
