1956 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Volvo 480 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | DS | 480 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |