1979 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 is newer by 33 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 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, 2012 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX. 2012 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | C70 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2639 mm |
