1999 Buick Regal vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 504 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal, 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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |
