1979 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona 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, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 375 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal.
Because 2000 Kia Retona 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, 2000 Kia Retona 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 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Retona. 1979 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 2000 Kia Retona | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Regal | Retona |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |