1984 Audi 90 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 3 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. 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 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | AX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
