1992 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Regal. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Regal. 1992 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Regal | V50 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2639 mm |