1979 Buick Regal vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 6 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 210 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Regal | Magna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
