Volvo 240 vs. Buick Roadmaster
When comparing the Volvo 240's and the Buick Roadmaster's specifications and ratings, the Volvo 240 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Buick Roadmaster has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Volvo 240's and the Buick Roadmaster's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Volvo 240’s base engine makes 114 horsepower, and the Buick Roadmaster base engine makes 180 horsepower. The 240 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 390 miles. The Roadmaster is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 529 miles.This gives the Volvo 240 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Buick Roadmaster the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Volvo 240 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Buick Roadmaster Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volvo 240 Rankings
Not yet available
Buick Roadmaster Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Volvo 240 Trim Levels
Base
Buick Roadmaster Trim Levels
Base, Limited, Estate
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
114 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
136 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.039 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
180 hp @ 4000 rpm
Torque:
300 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 390 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 23 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
345 / 529 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2954 lbs
Width:
67.3 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
189.9 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3973 lbs
Width:
78.1 inches
Height:
55.9 inches
Length:
215.8 inches
Wheelbase:
115.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available