2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1990 Volvo 460
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1990 Volvo 460.
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 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1990 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C4 | 460 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
