1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1969 Volvo 164
To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Volvo 164. 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 1969 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | LeSabre | 164 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |