1989 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | BX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
