1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 439 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
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 Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Wildcat | S80 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2776 mm |
