2009 Audi A6 vs. 1987 Citroen CX
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 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, 2009 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1987 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | CX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| 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 | 176 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 1480 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
