1988 Buick Electra vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 9 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Electra | S60 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
