2004 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 17 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 838 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, 2004 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | AX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
