1989 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 5 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 422 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | AX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
