2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1987 Volvo 480
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 22 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 1 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1987 Volvo 480.
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, 2009 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1987 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C4 | 480 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 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 | 1355 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
