1986 Audi 90 vs. 1989 Citroen AX
To start off, 1989 Citroen AX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 90 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1989 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | AX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
