1981 Audi UR vs. 1984 Citroen BX
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 360 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1984 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | UR | BX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
