1954 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (167 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Buick 40 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 1954 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80, 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | 40 | S80 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1560 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |