1969 Buick GS vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 744 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460, 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | GS | 460 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
