1974 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Volvo 440
To start off, 1996 Volvo 440 is newer by 22 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 440. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1996 Volvo 440. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 440. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1996 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | 440 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
