1974 Buick Skylark vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 21 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (251 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Skylark weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Volvo 850.
Because 1974 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Skylark | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Skylark | 850 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
