1985 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 145 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volvo 145 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Volvo 145 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 1968 Volvo 145. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX, 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, 1968 Volvo 145 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | BX | 145 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
