2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 244. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 244. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 435 kg more than 1974 Volvo 244. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Volvo 244 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 1974 Volvo 244. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 244. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 244.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Rendezvous | 244 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2125 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |
