1985 Audi 100 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,921 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 154 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi 100 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
