1987 Citroen AX vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. 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, 2010 Audi A6 (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | AX | A6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
