1979 Buick Regal vs. 1984 Buick Century
To start off, 1984 Buick Century is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal 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) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Buick Century. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Century.
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, 1984 Buick Century, 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 (285 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Century. (197 Nm). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1984 Buick Century | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Regal | Century |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2662 mm |
