1985 Volvo 740 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1985 Volvo 740 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 100 kg more than 1985 Volvo 740.
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, 1985 Volvo 740 (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volvo 740 | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Volvo | Buick |
| Model | 740 | Century |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |
