1985 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 22 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 721 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.
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, 2007 Volvo C70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | BX | C70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
