1985 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 28 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. Both 1985 Citroen CX and 2013 Volvo C30 are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 37 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | C30 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
