1982 Audi 80 vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xantia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 522 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
