1979 Buick Regal vs. 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo 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, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 910 kg more than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1989 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Regal | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
