2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 19 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 501 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 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1984 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | RS6 | CX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
