1979 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 34 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 553 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 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | 300 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3052 mm |
