1987 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 1994 Volvo 960 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 960 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 960 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Volvo 960 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 1994 Volvo 960. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 960. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1994 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1994 Volvo 960 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Regal | 960 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |
