2004 Buick Regal vs. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 122 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2950 mm |
