1991 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Citroen CX
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Citroen CX.
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, 1991 Audi 80 (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1990 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | CX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
