1976 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 34 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, 1976 Buick Estate (153 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo S80. (270 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Estate | S80 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 380 Nm | 270 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2776 mm |