1979 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (166 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Regal | Impreza |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |