1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1982 Volvo 260
To start off, 1982 Volvo 260 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 235 kg more than 1982 Volvo 260.
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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Skylark | 1982 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Skylark | 260 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |