1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 258 kg more than 2009 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Roadmaster | S80 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
