1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 204 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 1985 Citroen CX | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | Quattro | CX |
Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3100 mm |