2001 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Volvo 740 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 1989 Volvo 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740. 2001 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Park Avenue | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Park Avenue | 740 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
