1979 Buick Regal vs. 1981 Volvo 265
To start off, 1981 Volvo 265 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 265 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 73 kg more than 1981 Volvo 265.
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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1981 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Regal | 265 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |