1985 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 331 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 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | BX | V70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
