1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 8 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 315 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal. 1979 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1987 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1987 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1979 Buick Regal | |
Make | Alpine | Buick |
Model | V6 | Regal |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |