1984 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, both 1984 Citroen CX and 1984 Volvo 760 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 760. (153 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 74 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Volvo 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen CX | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | CX | 760 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |