1989 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 527 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | BX | C30 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
