1979 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION 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 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 19 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION.
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 Saturn ION, 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, 1979 Buick Regal (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Regal | ION |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |