1979 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Kia Clarus
To start off, 1996 Kia Clarus 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Clarus (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Kia Clarus.
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, 1996 Kia Clarus, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Clarus. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1996 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Regal | Clarus |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |