1979 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 401 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 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Regal | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3340 mm |
