1979 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 430 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. 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 Renault Thalia, 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 (217 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (105 Nm). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2473 mm |
