1987 Citroen BX vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volvo 240 (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | BX | 240 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
