1989 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, both 1989 Buick Skyhawk and 1989 Volvo 460 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skyhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 460 (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skyhawk. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skyhawk weights approximately 103 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skyhawk | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Skyhawk | 460 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
