1983 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (222 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (311 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | BX | S80 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
