1989 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX.
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, 1997 Volvo S70 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | CX | S70 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
