1984 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1984 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 303 kg more than 1984 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Estate | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Estate | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
