1976 Buick Estate vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 37 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 93 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60.
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, 2013 Volvo XC60, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Buick Estate | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Estate | XC60 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2774 mm |