1956 Citroen DS vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 37 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, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 168 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | DS | 460 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |