1988 Volvo 760 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 760 (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760.
Because 1988 Volvo 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volvo 760 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volvo 760 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | 760 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
