1979 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 93 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Corvette |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |