1979 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY
To start off, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY 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 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY weights approximately 620 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, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY, 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, 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler TOWN & COUNTRY 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 TOWN & COUNTRY | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | TOWN & COUNTRY |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4348 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3078 mm |
