1987 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,917 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 909 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | AX | S80 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
