1989 Buick Estate vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 314 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2002 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2002 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Estate | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Estate | S60 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6597 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
