1988 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 25 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 670 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.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2774 mm |
