1979 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 30 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Regal | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
