1976 Buick LeSabre 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 LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick LeSabre. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | LeSabre | S80 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |