1979 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal.
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 Mitsubishi Outlander, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (167 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Regal | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
