1978 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo P 1800 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1972 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Volvo P 1800 (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1972 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | CX | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |