1984 Audi 90 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 5 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 24 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | XM |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
