1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 11 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1979 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Coupe | Regal |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
