1979 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 26 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 283 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 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
