1986 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 7 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 32 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 145 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | CX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
