1999 Buick Regal vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
Because 1975 Plymouth Volare 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 1975 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, both vehicles can yield 380 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | Regal | Volare |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2870 mm |
