2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 295 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Volvo 440 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Picasso | 440 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
