1989 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 16 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 309 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80.
Because 1989 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 1989 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Estate | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Estate | S80 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6597 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |