1979 Buick Regal vs. 2003 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 24 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 145 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.
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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 2003 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Regal | Berlina |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |