1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 861 kg more than 1986 Citroen C 15. 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C 15 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | C 15 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
