1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1986 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | LeSabre | S60 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
