1979 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 28 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal.
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, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (407 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2007 Chrysler Aspen | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 4699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
