1973 Buick Riviera vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1975 Volvo 240 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Riviera | 240 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2650 mm |