1995 Audi RS2 vs. 1982 Citroen CX
To start off, 1995 Audi RS2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1982 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi RS2 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1982 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi RS2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi RS2 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, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi RS2 | 1982 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | RS2 | CX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
