1987 Audi 80 vs. 1991 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 4 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, 1991 Citroen ZX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 80 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1991 Citroen ZX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | ZX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
