2006 Buick Rainier vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Buick Rainier is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rainier weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Rainier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rainier 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, 2006 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rainier | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Rainier | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
