1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1988 Volvo 245
To start off, 1988 Volvo 245 is newer by 15 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 54 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 245. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1988 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 Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 245. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1988 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Skylark | 245 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
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 | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |