1981 Audi 80 vs. 1974 Citroen CX
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 330 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 1974 Citroen CX | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 80 | CX |
Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3100 mm |