1979 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 565 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 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |