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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 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 | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
