2009 Audi A5 vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 24 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2009 Audi A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A5 | BX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
