1963 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 251 kg more than 2012 Volvo S80.
Because 1963 Buick Riviera 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 1963 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S80. (240 Nm). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Riviera | S80 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 603 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |