1982 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen CX weights approximately 205 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440.
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, 1982 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen CX | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | 440 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
