1984 Audi 90 vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 144 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
