2005 Audi A3 vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 21 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 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, 2005 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1984 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 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 | 1335 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
