1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Celebrity | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1897 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
