1979 Buick Regal vs. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 16 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Cavalier |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 2190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |