1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Volvo S80.
Because 1974 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 1974 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Skylark | S80 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |