1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1978 Volvo 240
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 240. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 240.
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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 240. (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1978 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Roadmaster | 240 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |