1994 Buick LeSabre vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1994 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick LeSabre | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | LeSabre | 240 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2650 mm |
