1977 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 29 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 155 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 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 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, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Regal | S40 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
