2002 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (155 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | CX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3100 mm |
