1974 Volvo 244 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 244 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 26 kg more than 1974 Volvo 244.
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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Volvo 244 | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Volvo | Buick |
Model | 244 | Century |
Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2125 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |