2009 Audi A6 vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 180 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, 2009 Audi A6 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 1984 Citroen CX | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | CX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |