1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1960 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Volvo P 1800 (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 120 kg more than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1960 Volvo P 1800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (201 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo P 1800. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1960 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Xsara | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |