1967 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 14 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 2,314 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 152 kg more than 1981 Volvo 240.
Because 1981 Volvo 240 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 1981 Volvo 240. 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, 1981 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | DS | 240 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |