1988 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 202 kg more than 1988 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | CX | 850 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 1248 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |