1983 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1983 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
