1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1971 Citroen DS
To start off, 1987 Audi Coupe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen DS weights approximately 232 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe.
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, 1987 Audi Coupe (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi Coupe | 1971 Citroen DS | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | Coupe | DS |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3130 mm |