1979 Buick Regal vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 59 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 680 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 1979 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Buick | Smart |
Model | Regal | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1820 mm |