1971 Buick GS vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 702 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | GS | 124 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
