2000 Audi A6 vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | BX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
