1979 Buick Regal vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1979 Buick Regal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 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 13 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (91 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 700 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
