2007 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | CX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2499 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3100 mm |
