1988 Citroen AX vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | AX | A7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2914 mm |
