1984 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 29 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 379 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.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Electra | S80 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2835 mm |