1979 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 33 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
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, 2012 Hyundai i20, 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Regal | i20 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2525 mm |