2009 Audi R8 vs. 1986 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 23 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 780 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.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1986 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | R8 | Visa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |