1988 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Volvo 460
To start off, 1994 Volvo 460 is newer by 6 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 460 (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 350 kg more than 1994 Volvo 460.
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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1994 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | 460 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
