1980 Audi 200 vs. 1996 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 200 (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 169 kg more than 1980 Audi 200.
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 200 (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1996 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
