1988 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 40 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, 1999 Volvo S80 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | S80 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
