1982 Audi 80 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 295 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | CX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 930 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
