1959 Citroen DS vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 30 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 68 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
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, 1989 Volvo 440 (175 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | DS | 440 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| 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 | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
