1975 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (331 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | S60 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
