1964 Buick Electra vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Buick Electra (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Buick Electra weights approximately 695 kg more than 1988 Volvo 760. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Buick Electra | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Electra | 760 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |
