1970 Buick GS vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 132 kg more than 1970 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | GS | S60 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
