1979 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Regal | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
