1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 12 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe.
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, 1988 Citroen BX (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Coupe | BX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
