1983 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 22 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 730 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | BX | V70 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
