1979 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Lexus LX
To start off, 2000 Lexus LX 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus LX weights approximately 935 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 2000 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX 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, 2000 Lexus LX (435 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2000 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Regal | LX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
