2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1971 Volvo 145
To start off, 2001 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1971 Volvo 145. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1971 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 1971 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Blackhawk | 145 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2620 mm |