1979 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Pontiac GTO 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 195 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 2005 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Regal | GTO |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 536 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |