1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1999 Citroen Pluriel
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Pluriel weights approximately 16 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. 1999 Citroen Pluriel has automatic transmission and 1987 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1987 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Pluriel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 1999 Citroen Pluriel | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Coupe | Pluriel |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
