1979 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Hyundai XG
To start off, 2000 Hyundai XG is newer by 21 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, 2000 Hyundai XG (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai XG should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai XG weights approximately 65 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.
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, 2000 Hyundai XG, 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai XG.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2000 Hyundai XG | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Regal | XG |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
