1985 Audi 90 vs. 1981 Citroen CX
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen CX weights approximately 175 kg more than 1985 Audi 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Audi 90 (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Audi 90 | 1981 Citroen CX | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | 90 | CX |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |