1974 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 26 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (137 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 11 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60.
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, 2000 Volvo S60 (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | S60 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
