1984 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Volvo 850 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Volvo 850. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo 850 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 850. (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1996 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | 850 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
