2005 Audi A3 vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. 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, 2005 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A3 | CX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
