1984 Audi 200 vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 200 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. 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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | BX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
