1983 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen CX | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | CX | Q3 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |