2005 Audi A8 vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | Visa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
