1969 Buick GS vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 41 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1969 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | GS | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2774 mm |
