1978 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1978 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | C30 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
