1980 Audi Quattro 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 Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 9 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Quattro | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
