1974 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1985 Volvo 780 is newer by 11 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Volvo 780 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 780 (145 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 780 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780.
Because 1985 Volvo 780 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 1985 Volvo 780. 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, 1985 Volvo 780 (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 780 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1985 Volvo 780 has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Volvo 780 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | 780 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
