1988 Buick Century vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Century | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Century | S60 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2776 mm |
