1985 Buick Electra vs. 1970 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1985 Buick Electra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo P 1800 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1970 Volvo P 1800 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 1970 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra, 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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 1970 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Electra | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2460 mm |
