1987 Audi 200 vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 2 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX 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 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | BX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
