1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 8 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 7 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX 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, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Coupe | BX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
