2008 Audi A6 vs. 1985 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 1985 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | Visa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |