1987 Audi 80 vs. 1992 Citroen ZX
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 5 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen ZX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. 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, 1992 Citroen ZX (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1992 Citroen ZX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | ZX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
