1979 Buick Regal vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 14 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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 285 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Regal | Corrado |
Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 2860 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |