1979 Buick Regal vs. 1991 Chevrolet APV
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet APV is newer by 12 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 1 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 95 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal.
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, 1991 Chevrolet APV, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1991 Chevrolet APV | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | APV |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |