2008 Audi R8 vs. 1980 Citroen CX
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1980 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi R8 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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, 2008 Audi R8 (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1980 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | R8 | CX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
