1979 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 206 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
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 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Regal | T5 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |