1984 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80. 1984 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Electra | S80 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2800 mm |
