1985 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1985 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Electra | V50 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |