1966 Citroen DS vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 350 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | DS | 360 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 58 L |
