1988 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 20 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Electra | V70 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |