1976 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Volvo C70 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 192 kg more than 2006 Volvo C70.
Because 1976 Buick Estate 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 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70, 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Estate | C70 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 190 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |