1954 Buick 70 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70.
Because 2007 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 70. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 70 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | 70 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5274 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2840 mm |
