1985 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, both 1985 Audi 100 and 1985 Citroen BX were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 100 | 1985 Citroen BX | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 100 | BX |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |