1985 Citroen C vs. 1999 Volvo V70
To start off, 1999 Volvo V70 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,318 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo V70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1985 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo V70 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1985 Citroen C. 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, 1999 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen C | 1999 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C | V70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 2318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
