2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1987 Volvo 480
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,719 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 480 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. 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, 1987 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1987 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C3 | 480 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
