1974 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 360 (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 254 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360.
Because 1984 Volvo 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Volvo 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Volvo 360 (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | CX | 360 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |