1986 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 158 kg more than 1986 Citroen CX. 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, 2009 Volvo V50 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | V50 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |
