1987 Buick Estate vs. 1971 Volvo 145
To start off, 1987 Buick Estate is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 145. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 595 kg more than 1971 Volvo 145. 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 1971 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Estate | 145 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |