1979 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 30 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 529 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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, 2009 Ford Taurus, 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 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
