1979 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sunny is newer by 15 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 340 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1994 Nissan Sunny, 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 (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1994 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Sunny |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |