1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Riviera (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60.
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 Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Riviera | S60 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |