1989 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1989 Buick Electra.
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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (240 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Electra | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Electra | S80 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2776 mm |
