1954 Buick 40 vs. 1990 Volvo 940
To start off, 1990 Volvo 940 is newer by 36 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, 1990 Volvo 940 (190 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 940 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Volvo 940.
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 (325 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 940. (279 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 940.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1990 Volvo 940 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | 40 | 940 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1410 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |
