1979 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo 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 Volkswagen Lupo (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 452 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo.
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 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Regal | Lupo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2330 mm |