1986 Citroen BX vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440.
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, 1986 Citroen BX (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | BX | 440 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |