1971 Citroen SM vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen SM (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen SM weights approximately 350 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Citroen SM (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen SM | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | SM | 360 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 58 L |
