2007 Audi A8 vs. 1984 Citroen Visa

To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (651 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen Visa has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen Visa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Audi A8 1984 Citroen Visa
Make Audi Citroen
Model A8 Visa
Year Released 2007 1984
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3936 cc 1769 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 271 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 651 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 890 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 3730 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 43 L