1998 Audi A6 vs. 1983 Citroen LN
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN.
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 A6 (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1983 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | LN |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
