1984 Audi 90 vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | BX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
