1979 Buick Regal vs. 2003 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2003 Holden Rodeo 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 Rodeo (145 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Rodeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal.
Because 2003 Holden Rodeo 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, 2003 Holden Rodeo 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2003 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Regal | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3060 mm |
