1979 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Impala 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 (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 420 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 Impala (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Impala 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 Impala | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Impala |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |