1979 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 350 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | 460 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
