1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (177 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (241 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | XM | V70 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
