1979 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 665 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Regal | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
