2009 Audi R8 vs. 1983 Citroen CX
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1983 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1983 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | R8 | CX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
