1980 Audi Sport vs. 1996 Citroen XM
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1996 Citroen XM | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | Sport | XM |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 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 | 1000 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |