1985 Audi 200 vs. 1995 Citroen AX
To start off, 1995 Citroen AX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1995 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 200 weights approximately 742 kg more than 1995 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 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 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1995 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | AX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
