1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1973 Volvo 164
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1973 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 480 kg more than 1973 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 164. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1973 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Roadmaster | 164 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 221 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 | 1840 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |