1999 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 10 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 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Regal | S80 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |