1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (312 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 158 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Riviera | S80 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |