1979 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Regal | Vue |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
