2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 664 kg more than 1975 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (158 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Rainier | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
