1999 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
Because 2004 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Regal | V70 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |