1978 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 1990 Volvo 460 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 215 kg more than 1990 Volvo 460.
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, 1990 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | CX | 460 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |