1978 Buick Century vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60, 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Century | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Century | S60 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3213 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
