1995 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 8 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 708 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.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen AX. 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 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | AX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
