1987 Audi 80 vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 80 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. 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, 1987 Audi 80 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | BX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
