1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1987 Volvo 240
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 470 kg more than 1987 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Volvo 240 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 1987 Volvo 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 240. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1987 Volvo 240 has manual transmission. 1987 Volvo 240 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1987 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Park Avenue | 240 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |