1979 Buick Regal vs. 1989 Chrysler TC
To start off, 1989 Chrysler TC 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 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler TC (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 21 kg more than 1989 Chrysler TC.
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 Chrysler TC, 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chrysler TC. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chrysler TC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1989 Chrysler TC | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | TC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
