1987 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Volvo S40 is newer by 17 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, 2004 Volvo S40 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40.
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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Electra | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Electra | S40 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |