1979 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 442 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 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Regal | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
