1980 Buick Estate vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 28 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1980 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Estate | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Estate | XC90 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4931 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |