1980 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 is newer by 28 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, 2008 Volvo C70 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra.
Because 1980 Buick Electra 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70, 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, 2008 Volvo C70 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Electra | C70 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
