2005 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Citroen Axel
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 21 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 945 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1984 Citroen Axel | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | Axel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65.6 mm |
| 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 | 1805 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
