1986 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | CX | A4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2809 mm |
