1983 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 18 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 750 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.
Because 2001 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (292 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | BX | V70 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
