1975 Audi 80 vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 458 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. 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, 1984 Citroen CX (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1984 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | CX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
