1986 Audi 90 vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1986 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, 2012 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | C6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
