1995 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1995 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 264. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 182 kg more than 1978 Volvo 264. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Volvo 264 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 1978 Volvo 264. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264. 1995 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1978 Volvo 264 has manual transmission. 1978 Volvo 264 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Park Avenue | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Park Avenue | 264 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |