1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1994 Volvo 480 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 480 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1994 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, 1944 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 480. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1944 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | 15 | 480 |
Year Released | 1944 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |