1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 141 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
