1984 Audi 200 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 15 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 178 kg more than 1984 Audi 200. 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 (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
