1998 Buick Signia vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 23 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Signia | 240 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
