1959 Citroen DS vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 360 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 204 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360.
Because 1984 Volvo 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Volvo 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Volvo 360 (166 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1984 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | DS | 360 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 166 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |