1979 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 560 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 1979 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Accord |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 253 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |