1979 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 40 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Regal | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
