1957 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Volvo 480
To start off, 1988 Volvo 480 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 480 (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 320 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 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 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 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 1988 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | DS | 480 |
Year Released | 1957 | 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 | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 137 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |