1986 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1986 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 714 kg more than 1986 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Electra | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
