1972 Citroen DS vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 17 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 154 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460.
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, 1989 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | DS | 460 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
