1984 Audi 90 vs. 1996 Citroen XM
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 12 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 224 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1996 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | XM |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 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 |
