1981 Audi 100 vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 138 kg more than 1981 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | CX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
