1979 Buick Regal vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1041 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Regal | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Regal | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1954 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2946 mm |
