1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S80 (269 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 351 kg more than 2004 Volvo S80.
Because 1993 Buick Roadmaster 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 1993 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Roadmaster | S80 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
