1995 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Citroen Axel
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Axel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 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, 1995 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1984 Citroen Axel | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Axel |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
