1979 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (347 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 925 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Regal | Commander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
