1980 Audi 100 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 258 kg more than 1980 Audi 100.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
