2009 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2009 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | CX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3100 mm |
