1979 Buick Regal vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 95 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 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Regal | Accord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
