1959 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Volvo S70
To start off, 1998 Volvo S70 is newer by 39 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S70 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Volvo S70 (330 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1998 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1998 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | DS | S70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
