1978 Citroen LN vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 832 kg more than 1978 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | LN | S60 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
