1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Skylark | S80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
