1994 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1984 Citroen CX | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | CX |
Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |