1992 Volvo 850 vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 850 (167 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 303 kg more than 1992 Volvo 850.
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, 2010 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 850. (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Volvo 850 | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Volvo | Citroen |
| Model | 850 | C8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
