1979 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 20 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, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 1999 Saab 05-Sep, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Regal | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
