2007 Acura RL vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 28 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, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 80 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.
Because 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1979 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | RL | Regal |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
