1967 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 39 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 198 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | DS | V70 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |