1987 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1987 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen C 15.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen C 15 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | C 15 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
