1976 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX.
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, 2010 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | V70 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
