1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1975 Volvo 66
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 66.
Because 1975 Volvo 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Volvo 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1975 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Park Avenue | 66 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 94 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |