1979 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1994 Nissan Terrano II 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 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 3 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal.
Because 1994 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Terrano II. 1979 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1994 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1994 Nissan Terrano II 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 | 1994 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Regal | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
