2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1968 Volvo 145
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 145. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 372 kg more than 1968 Volvo 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Volvo 145 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 1968 Volvo 145. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 145. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Park Avenue | 1968 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Park Avenue | 145 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |