1969 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 443 kg more than 1969 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | DS | S80 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
