1954 Buick 40 vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 1983 Volvo 760 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 760 (156 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 Volvo 760.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 760. (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | 40 | 760 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |