1987 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2000 Volvo V40 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Volvo V40.
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, 2000 Volvo V40 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra. 1987 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2000 Volvo V40 has manual transmission. 2000 Volvo V40 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 | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Electra | V40 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |
