1979 Buick Regal vs. 1989 Volvo 460
To start off, 1989 Volvo 460 is newer by 10 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, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 439 kg more than 1989 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 460, 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 460. 1979 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 460 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 460 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1989 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Regal | 460 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |