1979 Buick Regal vs. 1950 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 320 kg more than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1979 Buick Regal (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep CJ3A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1950 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Regal | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2040 mm |
