1979 Buick Regal vs. 1992 Renault 25
To start off, 1992 Renault 25 is newer by 13 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 17 more horse power than 1992 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Renault 25. 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, 1992 Renault 25, 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 25. 1979 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1992 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1992 Renault 25 | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Regal | 25 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |