1989 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Citroen CX
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1987 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | CX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
