1967 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 71 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Buick Riviera | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Riviera | S80 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7048 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2835 mm |
