1970 Buick Skylark 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 Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark. 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 Skylark. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Skylark | S60 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |
