1979 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Citroen C4
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 160 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 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, 2008 Citroen C4, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2008 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Regal | C4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
