1976 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 36 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 304 kg more 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (270 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | S80 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
