1976 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1976 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Electra | S80 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2835 mm |
