1979 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 29 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 707 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.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3310 mm |