1987 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 20 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Regal | XC70 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |