1967 Citroen DS vs. 1975 Volvo 264
To start off, 1975 Volvo 264 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 264 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 2 kg more than 1975 Volvo 264.
Because 1975 Volvo 264 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 1975 Volvo 264. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1975 Volvo 264 (203 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1975 Volvo 264 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | DS | 264 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |