1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 1989 Volvo 245 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 245. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1974 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Skylark | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Skylark | 245 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |