1979 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 25 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 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1766 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 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3490 mm |
