1972 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 38 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 883 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | DS | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
