1991 Citroen C vs. 1991 Volvo 850
To start off, both 1991 Citroen C and 1991 Volvo 850 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 850 (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 850 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1991 Citroen C. 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, 1991 Volvo 850 (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen C | 1991 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | C | 850 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |