1998 Audi A4 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1998 Audi A4 is newer by 11 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (95 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A4 weights approximately 479 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.
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, 1998 Audi A4 (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | AX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
