1972 Citroen DS vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 171 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360.
Because 1984 Volvo 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Volvo 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Volvo 360 (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | DS | 360 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1039 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |