2006 Audi S4 vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 21 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S4 | CX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
