1977 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80. 1977 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1999 Volvo S80 has manual transmission. 1999 Volvo S80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Regal | S80 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
