1984 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Volvo S70
To start off, 1998 Volvo S70 is newer by 14 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, 1998 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S70 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX. 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, 1998 Volvo S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1998 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | S70 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
