1988 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 1988 Audi 80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 400 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. 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, 1985 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | CX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3100 mm |
