1979 Buick Regal vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 18 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 35 kg more than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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 (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Regal | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
