1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1981 Volvo 343
To start off, 1981 Volvo 343 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 343. (117 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 343.
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 Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 343. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1981 Volvo 343 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Skylark | 343 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |