1979 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 32 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, 2011 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 110 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 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
