1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (238 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 300 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70.
Because 1981 Buick LeSabre 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 1981 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70, 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1997 Volvo S70 has manual transmission. 1997 Volvo S70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Buick LeSabre | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | LeSabre | S70 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |