1980 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Electra | XC70 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |