1987 Audi 200 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Audi 200.
Because 1987 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 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, 1987 Audi 200 (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | CX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
