1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ak 350 | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Ak 350 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
