2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 457 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
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, 2008 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C5 | 440 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
