1988 Audi 90 vs. 1980 Citroen LN
To start off, 1988 Audi 90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 90 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1980 Citroen LN. 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, 1988 Audi 90 (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 90 | 1980 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | LN |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
