1988 Buick Estate vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 185 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80.
Because 1988 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Estate | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Estate | S80 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2835 mm |