1967 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 38 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1967 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | DS | V70 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
