1990 Audi 200 vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Audi 200.
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, 1990 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 200 | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 200 | C8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |