1980 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 333 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Estate | S60 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4931 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |