1979 Buick Regal vs. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 210 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal. 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood, 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 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Regal | Fleetwood |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |