1985 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX.
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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | S80 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2800 mm |
