1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 41 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Buick Riviera | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Riviera | S80 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7050 cc | 4412 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 645 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |