1980 Audi 200 vs. 2006 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 26 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 56 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 54 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 2006 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
