1977 Audi 100 vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Audi 100 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 (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 249 kg more than 1977 Audi 100. 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 (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1984 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | CX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
