1994 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 664 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. 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, 1994 Audi A6 (265 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C 15 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2459 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |