1980 Audi Sport vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 420 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Sport | CX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
