1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (222 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 178 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80.
Because 1972 Buick Skylark 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 1972 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80, 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo S80. (311 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Skylark | S80 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
