1984 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Volvo V70 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX.
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, 2010 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX. 2010 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2010 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | BX | V70 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
