1987 Buick Electra vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 364 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Volvo 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Volvo 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1984 Volvo 360 has manual transmission. 1984 Volvo 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Electra | 360 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
