1954 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1954 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1954 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1954 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Citroen 15 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | 15 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2800 mm |
