1969 Buick GS vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 37 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 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1969 Buick GS.
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, 2006 Volvo V70, 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 (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | GS | V70 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
