1979 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 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 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 515 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280. 1979 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2006 Isuzu I-280 has manual transmission. 2006 Isuzu I-280 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | Regal | I-280 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 2801 cc |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |