1987 Audi Coupe 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 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi Coupe (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 82 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe.
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, 1988 Citroen BX (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Coupe | BX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
