1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1970 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 626 kg more than 1970 Volvo P 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1970 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | LeSabre | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |