1983 Buick Electra vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1983 Buick Electra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick Electra weights approximately 870 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Electra | 66 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |