2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1980 Volvo 343
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 830 kg more than 1980 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 343. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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 Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1980 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Rendezvous | 343 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
