1986 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 1986 Audi 80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | BX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
