1979 Buick Regal vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR 1600 would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 TVR 1600. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 599 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR 1600. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR 1600. 1979 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1972 TVR 1600 has manual transmission. 1972 TVR 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
Make | Buick | TVR |
Model | Regal | 1600 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |