1989 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 639 kg more than 1989 Citroen BX. 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | BX | V70 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
