1984 Audi 90 vs. 1978 Citroen CX
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 209 kg more than 1984 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1978 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | CX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
