1979 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 31 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 9 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2010 Hyundai Accent, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent. 1979 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Regal | Accent |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2499 mm |
