1979 Buick Regal vs. 1989 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1989 Buick Skylark is newer by 10 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 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 154 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark.
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, 1989 Buick Skylark, 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1989 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Regal | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
