2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 245. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 245.
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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 245. (218 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Blackhawk | 245 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2660 mm |
