1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 20 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 70 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.
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, 2006 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | LeSabre | S60 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
