2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1970 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 497 kg more than 1970 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volvo P 1800 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 1970 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1970 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Lucerne | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
