1973 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Volvo 245
To start off, 1986 Volvo 245 is newer by 13 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 154 more horse power than 1986 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Volvo 245.
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, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volvo 245. 1973 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1986 Volvo 245 has manual transmission. 1986 Volvo 245 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Riviera | 1986 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Riviera | 245 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
