1986 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
