1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 581 kg more than 1986 Buick Skylark. 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, 2013 Volvo C70 (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Skylark. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Skylark | C70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
