1989 Citroen XM vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 24 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 447 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.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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 S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | XM | S80 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2835 mm |