1976 Citroen LN vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen LN would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 907 kg more than 1976 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | LN | S60 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2776 mm |
