1999 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 13 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Regal | S80 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |