2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (145 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780.
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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Rainier | 780 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |